Eastman MD515L Left-Handed Mandolin
The Eastman MD515L is a masterfully crafted left-handed A-style mandolin designed for serious musicians who demand exceptional tone, playability, and aesthetic beauty. Combining traditional construction techniques with premium tonewoods, this instrument delivers a rich, resonant voice ideal for bluegrass, folk, and acoustic performances.
Key Features
- One-piece carved solid spruce top for crisp attack and clear projection
- Carved maple back and sides providing warmth and sustain
- Hand-set ebony fingerboard and bridge for optimal resonance transfer
- Precision-fit mahogany neck with traditional scroll and A-style body
Craftsmanship & Tone
Each MD515L is built using time-honored luthiery methods: the top and back are carved in the traditional arched style, then graduated to enhance tonal balance across all registers. The solid spruce top offers bright trebles, while the maple back and sides add depth and richness. Whether you’re picking rapid-fire bluegrass runs or intricate folk melodies, the MD515L responds with clarity and dynamic range.
Specifications
- Body style: A-style (no scroll)
- Top: Solid carved Sitka spruce
- Back & sides: Solid carved maple
- Neck: One-piece mahogany, left-handed carving
- Fingerboard: Ebony with pearl dot inlays
- Finish: Gloss true tone lacquer
The Eastman MD515L Left-Handed Mandolin is perfect for the discerning left-handed player seeking professional-grade sound and craftsmanship without compromise.